Low Carb Cheese and Spinach Bourekas
Satisfy your savory cravings with this delightful recipe for Low Carb Cheese and Spinach Bourekas, a healthier twist on a beloved Mediterranean classic. These golden, flaky pastries feature a rich and creamy filling made with spinach, feta, and cream cheese, all wrapped in a buttery almond flour dough. Perfect for those following keto or gluten-free lifestyles, the dough combines mozzarella and almond flour for a low-carb alternative that bakes up beautifully. Topped with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and brushed with egg for that irresistible golden finish, these bourekas are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, they deliver bold flavors while keeping carb counts in check. Indulge guilt-free in this protein-packed, cheesy delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Frozen spinach
- 150 grams Feta cheese
- 100 grams Cream cheese
- 2 large Eggs
- 180 grams Almond flour
- 150 grams Mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 50 grams Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze out as much excess water as possible. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the feta cheese, cream cheese, one egg, spinach, salt, and pepper. Mix well until you have a consistent filling.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella cheese and butter. Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.
Add almond flour and baking powder to the melted cheese mixture, stirring until it forms a dough.
On a clean surface, knead the dough slightly until smooth. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
Roll out each piece of dough into a small circle, roughly 10 cm (4 inches) in diameter.
Place a tablespoon of the spinach and cheese filling into the center of each dough circle.
Carefully fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, sealing the edges with a fork.
Beat the remaining egg and brush it over the top of each boureka.
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
Allow the bourekas to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low-carb treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2911 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 248.9 g | 319% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.7 g | 458% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 822 mg | 274% | |
| Sodium | 5323 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.4 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 126.4 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 2635 mg | 203% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2283 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
